2006 Nissan Sentra vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Nissan Sentra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Sentra (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 745 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Nissan Sentra (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Sentra | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Sentra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
